جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Esperanza Rivera de Torreمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Antibody Engineering
• Venomics
• Antivenom Development
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Esperanza Rivera de Torre is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine, Technical University of Denmark. Her research focuses on antibody engineering, venomics, and protein design, particularly in neutralizing venom toxins and cancer therapy. Current affiliation: Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine (DTU) Academic rank: Assistant Professor Research Interests Specializing in antibody engineering to develop synthetic antivenoms using de novo protein design. Investigating snake venom toxins and their neutralization mechanisms via VHH antibodies. Contributing to protemics and peptide sequencing through AI-driven tools like InstaNovo. Studying structural biology of actinoporins and their interactions with lipid membranes. Active in cross-neutralizing antibodies for tropical diseases and allergens. Advising and Collaborations Supervises multiple PhD students including Ruiz Espi, Møller, and Møiniche. Collaborates on projects like AI-driven protein binder design and allergen epitope characterization. Engages in international collaborations across venom and biomedical research fields.

Ronnie N. Gludمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biogeochemistry
• Microbial Ecology
• Deep-Sea Biogeochemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ronnie N. Glud is a Professor and Center Director at the Department of Biology, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), leading the HADAL – Danish Center for Hadal Research. He holds additional affiliations with Northeastern University and DIAS. His primary research focuses on microbial ecology and biogeochemical processes in marine environments, particularly in deep-sea and polar ecosystems. Glud develops advanced in situ lander technologies and microsensor techniques to study carbon mineralization, solute exchange, and microbial community dynamics under extreme conditions. His work emphasizes the hadal realm's role as a hotspot for organic carbon deposition and turnover, with contributions to understanding climate change impacts on marine systems. He has been involved in over 280 publications and 156 professional activities, including keynote lectures and international collaborations. Notable projects include studies on sediment resuspension effects and trench biodiversity through DNA records. Glud’s research spans interdisciplinary collaborations, with recent projects funded by the Danish Foundation for Independent Research and EU Horizon programs. His work bridges microbial ecology, geochemistry, and engineering to advance understanding of Earth’s elemental cycles.

Kåre Lehmann Nielsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gene sequencing and analysis
• Potato developmental biology
• Genomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kåre Lehmann Nielsen is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience at Aalborg University , associated with the Functional Ecology and Genomics group and the Center for Microbial Communities . His research focuses on plant genomics, microbial interactions, and agricultural biotechnology, with a strong emphasis on potato genetics, genome analysis, and functional genomics. Research Interests : Gene sequencing and analysis in plants and microbes Genetic variation and its impact on phenotypic traits Molecular breeding for crop improvement Microbial community dynamics and symbiosis Carbohydrate-active enzymes and secondary metabolites Recent Research Trends : Recent work highlights genomic prediction in tetraploid potatoes, the role of genetic variation in aging processes in Drosophila melanogaster , and the functional analysis of fungal enzymes. His studies often integrate transcriptomics, metagenomics, and bioinformatics to address challenges in plant breeding and microbial ecology. Grants and Projects : PI of projects like Sekventering og vedligeholdelse af MASPot kartoffelpopulationen (2023–2025) Collaborations on microbial community studies and disease-resistant potato development Labs and Teams : Lead researcher in the Functional Ecology and Genomics group, focusing on microbial communities and plant-microbe interactions. Active in the Center for Microbial Communities at Aalborg University.

• Cancer Biology
• Tumor Microenvironment
• Metastasis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Janine Erler is a Professor and Group Leader at the Biotech Research and Innovation Center (BRIC) , University of Copenhagen. She has held academic positions at the Institute of Cancer Research (London) and Stanford University , where she established her expertise in hypoxia-regulated cancer biology and metastasis . Education : PhD in Molecular Pharmacology (University of Manchester, 2003) BSc (Hons) in Molecular Genetics (University of Sussex, 2000) European Baccalaureate (The European School, 1996) Her research focuses on cancer biology and translational research , particularly mechanisms of metastasis , hypoxia-induced drug resistance , and extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling . Recent work explores ECM stiffness , LOX enzyme function , and fibroblast-cancer cell interactions in metastatic progression. Key publications include studies on lysyl oxidase in cholangiocarcinoma, angiocrine signaling in cancer targeting, and machine learning analysis of ECM patterns. Her work frequently intersects computational biology , cancer metabolism , and stromal remodeling . Scientific awards : BACR Translational Research Award (2009) BACR/AstraZeneca Young Scientist Frank Rose Award (2012) Novo Nordisk Hallas Møller Stipendum (2012) - first woman to receive this award

Michael Lisbyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Homologous Recombination
• Genome Integrity
• DNA Repair
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michael Lisby is a Professor in Genome Integrity at the Department of Biology , University of Copenhagen , and leads research in Functional Genomics . His work focuses on homologous recombination (HR) and its role in genome stability , with applications in cancer genetics , neurological disorders , and cellular aging . PhD in Science (2000) from Aarhus University , studying topoisomerase mechanisms Postdoctoral Fellowship at Columbia University (2000-2004) His research combines cell biological and genetic methods to analyze HR regulation via post-translational modifications and chromatin structure , while also developing genetic libraries for biopharmaceutical applications . Recent work includes computational modeling of excitable media in yeast, DNA repair in mitosis , and protein stability in metabolic diseases . Scientific Awards : European Research Council Starting Grant (2009) NNF Distinguished Investigator Grant (2019-2024) Carlsberg Foundation Semper Arden Grant (2023-2028) He has held managerial roles as Vice-head of Department for Research (2015-present) and Head of Section for Functional Genomics (2010-2015).

• Gene regulation
• Bioinformatics
• RNA Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Albin Gustav Sandelin is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in bioinformatics and RNA biology. With a PhD in Functional Genomics from Karolinska Institute (2004) and an MSc in Molecular Biology from Stockholm University (2000), his career spans roles at institutions including RIKEN Yokohama Institute and Tokyo Medical and Dental University. His research focuses on Gene regulation mechanisms Transcription start site dynamics RNA sequencing methodologies Promoter architecture analysis Cancer microenvironment interactions . Recent publications highlight his work in pancreatic cancer adaptation to acidic environments (2024-2025), TLDR-seq for RNA analysis, and JASPAR database development. He supervises PhD students including Eivind Valen and Eric Man-Hung, with a history of teaching bioinformatics courses at Karolinska Institute and Copenhagen University. Key collaborations involve institutions in Japan, Canada, and Sweden, with ongoing contributions to open-access genomic resources like JASPAR.

Brage Storstein Andresenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Genetics
• RNA Splicing
• Genetic Diseases
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Brage Storstein Andresen is a Professor in Translational Biology at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Southern Denmark. His research focuses on molecular genetics, RNA splicing mechanisms, and genetic diseases, particularly in the areas of metabolic disorders and enzyme deficiencies. His research interests center on understanding how genetic mutations affect RNA splicing and contribute to disease, with particular expertise in exon vulnerability, pseudoexon activation, and developing RNA-based therapies. His work bridges fundamental molecular biology with clinical applications, especially in newborn screening and metabolic disorders like propionic acidemia and medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on RNA splicing mechanisms, with increasing emphasis on therapeutic applications. His research combines molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetic engineering approaches, particularly CRISPR technology and splice-switching oligonucleotides, to develop treatments for genetic disorders. A significant portion of his work addresses metabolic diseases and cancer-related pathways involving protein kinase CK2. Active participant in multiple research projects through 2026 Editor of research journal Membership in scientific committees Professor Andresen has delivered numerous presentations on genetic splicing mechanisms and their disease implications, including the notable talk 'WHEN THE GENETIC CODE IS NOT ENOUGH: How single nucleotide changes can affect pre-mRNA splicing and cause disease.' His research has attracted significant media attention, with coverage in multiple news outlets and social media platforms.

Irina Borodinaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Synthetic Biology
• Metabolic Engineering
• Industrial Biotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Irina Borodina is a Professor at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability, affiliated with the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Her research focuses on Yeast Metabolic Engineering, leveraging synthetic biology and systems biology approaches to develop microbial cell factories for sustainable production of bio-based chemicals. She leads the Yeast Metabolic Engineering group, which contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals by advancing bio-based alternatives to fossil-derived products. Research Interests : - Engineering of Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Yarrowia lipolytica for production of natural compounds (e.g., betalains, pheromones, sterols). - Metabolic pathway optimization using combinatorial and high-throughput methods. - Transporter discovery and engineering to enhance substrate uptake and product secretion. - Development of yeast strains for industrial applications in biopharmaceuticals, food additives, and biofuels. Recent Article Trends : Her work emphasizes scalable production of high-value chemicals (e.g., betanin, pheromones, sterols), integration of CRISPR/Cas9 tools for genome editing, and innovative approaches to overcome biofouling in microfluidic systems. Key themes include strain robustness, pathway efficiency, and sustainable bioprocessing. Grants & Advising : Current PhD students include O. Rogozenko (transporter engineering), Y. Zhang (yeast transportome), I. L. Mohr (natural food colorants), and S. Wang (Yarrowia lipolytica engineering). Projects are funded by initiatives like the Novo Nordisk Foundation and EU Horizon programs. Labs & Affiliations : - Yeast Metabolic Engineering Group (Center for Biosustainability) - DTU Microbes Initiative - Collaborations with institutions globally in synthetic biology and industrial biotechnology.

Charlotte Held Gotfredsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organic Chemistry
• Natural Products Chemistry
• Microbial Secondary Metabolism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Charlotte Held Gotfredsen is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Her research focuses on microbial secondary metabolites, organic chemistry, and metabolomics. She leads the Center for Microbial Secondary Metabolites and is affiliated with DTU Microbes Initiative. Her work contributes to Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation. Research interests include natural product discovery, biosynthesis of antibiotics, and development of analytical tools like NMR-based metabolomics. She supervises multiple PhD projects, including studies on endoribonuclease recruiters, bacterial secondary metabolites, and fragment-based drug discovery targeting nucleotide and TNF receptors. Publications span antifungal compounds from Streptomyces, enzymatic fluorination, and genome-driven discovery of bioactive metabolites. Her lab employs cutting-edge techniques in synthetic biology and chemical biology, with a focus on drug discovery and metabolic engineering. Current projects include optimizing metabolomic experiments and expanding biocatalytic methods for fluorine chemistry. She collaborates internationally on topics like RNA-targeted drug design and Alzheimer’s biomarkers.

Leticia Hosta Rigauمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nanoparticle Engineering
• Hemoglobin-Based Oxygen Carriers
• Biomaterials for Drug Delivery
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Leticia Hosta Rigau is an Associate Professor and Group Leader at the Department of Health Technology, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Her work focuses on developing advanced biomaterials and nanomedicines for oxygen delivery systems, hemoglobin-based blood substitutes, and drug delivery technologies. She leads research in biomimetic carriers, including PEGylated nanoparticles and hydrogel-based buccal patches, aiming to address challenges in emergency transfusion and mucosal drug administration. Her projects span topics such as antioxidant protection in nanocarriers, MOF-based oxygen carriers, and shape-specific microgels for biomedical applications. Role: Associate Professor & Group Leader Affiliation: DTU Health Technology, Biomimetics, Biocarriers and Bioimplants Section Research Interests: Design of nanoparticles for oxygen transport Biomaterials for buccal drug delivery Antioxidant-functionalized carriers Red blood cell mimics using hydrogels and MOFs Recent Articles Highlight Key Themes: PEGylated ZIF-8 nanoparticles for emergency blood transfusion Buccal films using slot-die coating technology Polydopamine-coated hemoglobin carriers Advising: Supervises PhD projects in artificial oxygen carriers, hemoglobin encapsulation, and biomaterial patches. Active in securing grants for multifunctional biomaterial development. Labs/Teams: Leads a multidisciplinary group integrating nanotechnology, polymer science, and biomedical engineering to create next-generation therapeutic systems.

Jeppe Kariمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biophysical Chemistry
• Biocatalysis
• Enzyme Kinetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jeppe Kari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Environment Chemistry at Roskilde University. His research focuses on biophysical chemistry, particularly biocatalysis and interfacial enzyme kinetics. He aims to bridge inorganic heterogeneous catalysis and biocatalysis to advance heterogeneous biocatalysis as a field. His work emphasizes understanding enzyme behavior at solid-liquid interfaces and optimizing enzyme systems for industrial applications. Key research areas include enzymatic hydrolysis of cellulose, Sabatier principle applications, and computational methods for predicting enzyme activity. Collaborations span international institutions, as indicated by his network of external research partners. His publications highlight advancements in enzyme kinetics modeling, substrate interactions, and enzyme engineering. Notable contributions include studies on cellulase efficiency limitations, ITC analysis of polydisperse systems, and virtual bioprospecting of interfacial enzymes. Kari’s lab integrates computational and experimental approaches to address challenges in biocatalytic processes. Education: Holds an MSc and PhD in relevant fields (specific institutions not detailed in text). No awards or grants explicitly listed. Advises on projects related to cellulase optimization and enzyme kinetics. Maintains a research website at www.jeppekari.com .

Sophie Beerenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Supramolecular Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sophie Beeren is a Professor at the Department of Chemistry , Technical University of Denmark , with a research focus on Supramolecular Chemistry and non-covalent interactions in aqueous environments. Her work bridges Inorganic Chemistry , Organic Chemistry , and Physical Chemistry to engineer adaptive materials, host/guest systems, and functional nanostructures. Education: BSc. Honours (1st Class) in Chemistry (University of New South Wales, 2005), PhD in Chemistry (University of Cambridge, 2010) Her research emphasizes enzyme-mediated dynamic combinatorial chemistry for synthesizing cyclodextrins, including studies on pH-responsive templates , photocontrolled systems , and anion regulation in dynamic libraries. Recent work explores δ-cyclodextrin applications in nanoparticle stabilization and fluorescent probes. Her publications highlight trends in Cyclodextrin synthesis , Molecular recognition , and Dynamic systems , with collaborations spanning Carbohydrate chemistry , Nanochemistry , and Biotechnological synthesis . Scientific Awards: Carlsberg Foundation Young Researcher Fellowship (2019), Novo Nordisk Foundation Project Grant (2019), Villum Young Investigator Award (2017), L’Oreal UNESCO For Women in Science Prize (2016) Sophie leads a research group at DTU, mentoring PhD students like Nikolai Bjørn Akselvoll , Andreas Nilsson , and Juliane Sørensen . She has secured grants from the Carlsberg Foundation and Novo Nordisk Foundation , advancing applications in biotechnology and materials science.

• Plant Anatomy
• Bioimaging
• Plant Vascular Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Helle Jakobe Martens serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management at the University of Copenhagen, specifically within the Forest and Bioressources division. With a Cand.Hort and PhD, she maintains an active research profile with 78 research outputs and 29 professional activities documented in recent years. Her research focuses on plant anatomy and its integration with diverse applications including wood and fiber products, food and feed structures, and enzymatically degraded plant material. Key research areas include plant vascular biology (hydraulic conductivity in tree species, phloem loading mechanisms, and graft union formation in fruit trees), visualization of nano-sized structures, and development of methods for studying nanoparticle uptake and transport in plants. Her technical expertise spans confocal, fluorescence, light, and electron microscopy, laser capture microdissection, immunohistology, and image analysis. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach connecting plant science with nanotechnology, microbiology, and biochemistry. Her work spans fundamental plant biology to applied research in wood science, bioimaging, and nutritional enhancement. The 2025 publications on peat polysaccharides and wood decay under anoxia demonstrate her continued focus on plant material structure-function relationships, while her 2024 review on polyploidy in trees addresses critical climate adaptation questions. Professional activities show significant engagement with the academic community through conference organization (including the Bioimaging Workshop Copenhagen in 2007), lectures (such as at Dansk Biologiolympiade in 2020), committee service (including PhD Assessment Committees), and international collaboration (including work with Unidad de Fruticultura, CITA-DGA in Spain). Her research has garnered substantial attention with multiple publications receiving dozens of Mendeley readers and social media mentions.

• Proteomics
• Post-translational modifications
• Protein acetylation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Takeo Narita serves as Associate Professor at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research (CPR), part of the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. He conducts research within the Choudhary Group, focusing on advanced proteomic analysis of protein modifications and their regulatory roles in cellular processes. His research interests encompass: Proteomics and post-translational modifications Protein acetylation dynamics Ubiquitylation systems biology Chromatin biology and epigenetic regulation Transcription mechanisms and enhancer activation DNA repair pathways Narita's work integrates cutting-edge quantitative proteomics with molecular and cellular biology to investigate how protein modifications regulate fundamental biological processes. His research has revealed critical insights into how histone and non-histone protein acetylation governs transcription, enhancer activity, and DNA repair mechanisms. He has developed novel methodologies for site-resolved analysis of modification occupancy and turnover rates. His publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact contributions to the field, with articles in premier journals including Nature Communications, Cell, Nature Genetics, and Molecular Cell. His 2019 review article 'Functions and mechanisms of non-histone protein acetylation' in Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology has been particularly influential with over 900 citations. His most recent work challenges conventional understanding of the relationship between transcription and protein acetylation. Narita maintains an active research program with extensive collaborations both within the University of Copenhagen and internationally. His work has gained significant attention in the scientific community, as evidenced by numerous citations, social media mentions, and coverage in news outlets and academic platforms.

• Metabolic Health
• Obesity Research
• Liver Function
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Peter Stuart Jacob Aldiss is a Postdoc researcher in the Hansen Group at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. His work focuses on metabolic health research with strong connections to clinical applications in obesity, liver disease, and nutritional science. Dr. Aldiss's research interests span several critical areas in metabolic physiology: Metabolic disorders and their underlying physiological mechanisms Obesity research, particularly examining thermoregulation and adipose tissue function Liver function and disease, with emphasis on alcohol metabolism and inflammation Nutrition science, focusing on carbohydrate metabolism and digestive enzyme function Genetic factors influencing metabolic health across diverse populations His publication record shows a cohesive research trajectory examining the physiological basis of metabolic disorders with translational potential. Dr. Aldiss has published in high-impact journals including Gastroenterology, Liver International, and Journal of Physiology, demonstrating both basic science rigor and clinical relevance. His work on sucrase-isomaltase dysfunction has received substantial media attention, with one article picked up by 162 news outlets. Dr. Aldiss maintains an extensive collaborative network, working with researchers across multiple institutions on projects spanning animal models to human population studies. His research on cold exposure effects on adiposity and the relationship between binge drinking and hepatic inflammation demonstrates methodological diversity in approaching metabolic questions.